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PatentsLatin America

Global Intellectual Property Legal Services Market Set to More Than Double by 2035 Driven by Patent Services

Patent services dominate with 41% market share as technology and innovation sectors lead demand across North America, East Asia, and Europe

The global intellectual property legal services market is forecast to grow from USD 17.2 billion in 2025 to USD 36.0 billion by 2035, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. Patent services will remain the largest segment, accounting for 41% of the market, while technology and innovation companies w…

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPO Pulse 2023 Reveals Global Attitudes and Awareness of Intellectual Property Rights

Comprehensive Survey Highlights Regional Variations in IP Perception and the Economic Impact of Innovation

The World Intellectual Property Organization’s WIPO Pulse 2023 survey offers an unprecedented global analysis of public awareness and perception of intellectual property (IP). Covering 50 countries and 25,000 respondents, the study reveals high recognition of copyright worldwide, regional differences in patent and geo…

Friday, November 14, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPO Pulse 2025 Survey Reveals Rising Global Awareness and Varied Regional Perceptions of Intellectual Property Rights

New data highlights significant growth in IP awareness worldwide, with notable regional differences in consumer attitudes toward patents, trademarks, and copyrights

The 2025 WIPO Pulse survey presents comprehensive findings on global consumer awareness and perceptions of intellectual property (IP) rights, showing increased knowledge since 2023 and diverse regional trends. The study underscores the importance of IP education in fostering innovation and fair compensation for creato…

Thursday, November 13, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

China Leads Global Patent Filings in 2024 with Nearly Half of Worldwide Applications

WIPO data reveals China’s patent surge outpaces US by over threefold, marking a new milestone in global intellectual property activity

In 2024, China dominated the global patent landscape by filing nearly half of all patent applications worldwide, significantly surpassing the United States. According to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), China’s patent filings and grants have reached record highs, underscoring its growing influence…

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPO Advances Latin American Young Designers’ IP Skills Through Regional Forum in Brazil

Two-day event in Rio de Janeiro consolidates pilot program success, fostering IP education and collaboration among six universities across Latin America

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), supported by Japan’s Funds-In-Trust, convened a Regional Forum on Intellectual Property for Young Designers in Rio de Janeiro from September 23 to 24, 2025. Building on a successful pilot initiative in Brazil and Chile, the forum gathered students, professors, and e…

Monday, November 3, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

South Korea's Intellectual Property Market Projected to Surge to $6.9 Billion by 2035 Driven by Software Solutions

Robust patent activity and government research programs fuel growth in IP management software and corporate demand

The South Korean intellectual property market is forecasted to grow from $1.4 billion in 2025 to $6.9 billion by 2035, registering a compound annual growth rate of 17.4%. Intellectual property management software is expected to dominate the solution segment, while corporations will remain the largest end users. Key gr…

Thursday, September 18, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

OLIVARES Leads Mexico’s Intellectual Property and Regulatory Legal Landscape with Comprehensive Expertise

Mexico-based OLIVARES law firm combines legal and scientific proficiency to deliver innovative IP, regulatory, and commercial solutions across diverse industries

OLIVARES, headquartered in Mexico City, stands at the forefront of intellectual property and regulatory law in Mexico. With a multidisciplinary team of over 50 legal professionals, the firm offers specialized services spanning patents, trademarks, litigation, regulatory compliance, and digital rights. OLIVARES has pla…

Thursday, June 26, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

FisherBroyles Expands Latin American Footprint with Three Veteran Attorneys Joining Mexico City Office

The distributed law firm strengthens its presence in Mexico by adding Jesús García-Moncada, Rodrigo García-Moncada, and Mario Facio Salazar, bringing over 65 years of combined leg…

FisherBroyles, LLP, a leading distributed law firm, has bolstered its international reach by welcoming three seasoned attorneys to its Mexico City office. Jesús García-Moncada, Rodrigo García-Moncada, and Mario Facio Salazar bring extensive experience across intellectual property, corporate M&A, and environmental law,…

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPR Leaders 2025 Unveils Rigorous Selection Emphasizing Quality in Global IP Practitioner Rankings

The revamped WIPR Leaders directory spotlights over 1,000 elite IP professionals worldwide through a stringent, peer-validated research process

WIPR Rankings has launched its 2025 edition of WIPR Leaders, marking a strategic shift towards a more selective and research-driven methodology. Featuring a carefully vetted cohort of more than 1,000 intellectual property practitioners from 80 countries, the directory prioritizes peer endorsement, client validation, a…

Friday, May 16, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

Pérez-Llorca Expands Spanish IP Practice with Partner Hire from Baker McKenzie

Leading Spanish law firm Pérez-Llorca strengthens intellectual property team by recruiting seasoned partner from Baker McKenzie’s Madrid office

Pérez-Llorca has bolstered its intellectual property capabilities in Spain by appointing a new partner who previously led IP matters at Baker McKenzie. This strategic hire enhances Pérez-Llorca’s presence in the Spanish IP market, reflecting the firm’s commitment to expanding its expertise in patents and related legal…

Monday, April 28, 2025

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LitigationLatin America

Legal Benchmarking Group Unveils 2025 Women in Business Law Americas Awards Shortlist

The 15th annual awards celebrate leading women lawyers and firms advancing gender diversity across the Americas

The Legal Benchmarking Group has announced the shortlist for the 2025 Women in Business Law Americas Awards, recognizing outstanding female legal practitioners and firms championing gender diversity. The ceremony will take place on June 17, 2025, in New York City, honoring achievements across multiple categories inclu…

Thursday, April 17, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPO Academy Empowers Latin American Women Entrepreneurs with Intellectual Property Masterclass

The WIPO Academy partners with UNCTAD to deliver specialized IP training for women digital entrepreneurs across Latin America and the Caribbean

In April 2025, 24 women digital entrepreneurs from nine Latin American and Caribbean countries attended a four-day Masterclass in Bogota, Colombia, featuring a dedicated intellectual property session by the WIPO Academy. This initiative, part of UNCTAD’s eTrade4Women program, aims to equip women-led digital ventures w…

Monday, April 14, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

Latin America IP and Data Protection Developments: Argentina’s Patent Delays, Brazil’s AI Strategy, and Bolivia’s Digital Expansion

Key updates across Latin America reveal ongoing patent backlogs in Argentina, Brazil’s push for AI sovereignty, and Bolivia’s digital connectivity goals amid rising IP registratio…

This comprehensive report covers recent intellectual property and data protection developments in Latin America. Argentina grapples with prolonged patent approval delays and introduces cryptoasset regulations while its fintech sector warns of heavy taxation. Bolivia achieves record IP registrations and aims for nation…

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

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PolicyAfrica

South African Education Unions Advocate for Copyright Reform to Enhance Access to Learning Materials

At a Cape Town conference, educators and experts urge swift passage of the Copyright Amendment Bill to modernize laws and support inclusive education

Education International and South African teacher unions highlight how restrictive copyright laws hinder access to educational resources, calling for reforms that align with global standards and respect Indigenous knowledge systems. The delayed Copyright Amendment Bill is central to these efforts, promising to remove…

Friday, February 7, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

Global IP Offices Unite to Promote Gender Equality in Intellectual Property on International Women’s Day

National IP agencies from Latin America join forces to support women innovators and creators, emphasizing their role in sustainable development and climate resilience.

On International Women’s Day 2022, several Latin American intellectual property offices issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to advancing gender equality within the IP ecosystem. Highlighting the critical contributions of women to innovation, entrepreneurship, and climate change mitigation, the statem…

Thursday, January 16, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

Richardson Public Library Hosts Latin Dance, Family Activities, and IP Protection Lecture in November

Community events include Alma y Corazon Tejano Ballet Folklorico performance, 'Encanto' themed crafts, and an intellectual property seminar

The Richardson Public Library is offering a series of free events in November, featuring cultural performances, family-friendly activities, and an educational lecture on intellectual property rights. Highlights include a Latin American folk dance performance by Alma y Corazon Tejano Ballet Folklorico, 'Encanto' inspir…

Friday, November 1, 2024

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LitigationLatin America

US Appeals Court Permits Lenovo to Challenge Ericsson’s 5G Patent Decisions in South America

Lenovo gains legal standing to contest Ericsson’s 5G patent rulings across South American jurisdictions following a US appellate court decision

A US appeals court has ruled that Lenovo may pursue challenges against Ericsson’s 5G patent rulings in South America. This decision enables Lenovo to actively contest Ericsson’s enforcement of 5G-related intellectual property rights in multiple South American countries, marking a significant development in internation…

Thursday, October 24, 2024

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PatentsLatin America

Operation 404 Advances Crackdown on Unauthorized Music Platforms in Brazil and Paraguay

IFPI-led Operation 404 intensifies efforts to dismantle illegal music streaming and download services across Latin America, targeting key infringing platforms in Brazil and Paragu…

The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) continues its Operation 404 initiative, focusing on combating unauthorized music services in Brazil and Paraguay. This ongoing enforcement campaign aims to protect the rights of recording artists and the music industry by identifying and shutting down pl…

Friday, September 20, 2024

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PatentsLatin America

Global Intellectual Property Legal Services Market Set to More Than Double by 2035 Driven by Patent Services

Patent services dominate with 41% market share as technology and innovation sectors lead demand across North America, East Asia, and Europe

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPO Pulse 2023 Reveals Global Attitudes and Awareness of Intellectual Property Rights

Comprehensive Survey Highlights Regional Variations in IP Perception and the Economic Impact of Innovation

Friday, November 14, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPO Pulse 2025 Survey Reveals Rising Global Awareness and Varied Regional Perceptions of Intellectual Property Rights

New data highlights significant growth in IP awareness worldwide, with notable regional differences in consumer attitudes toward patents, trademarks, and copyrights

Thursday, November 13, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

China Leads Global Patent Filings in 2024 with Nearly Half of Worldwide Applications

WIPO data reveals China’s patent surge outpaces US by over threefold, marking a new milestone in global intellectual property activity

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPO Advances Latin American Young Designers’ IP Skills Through Regional Forum in Brazil

Two-day event in Rio de Janeiro consolidates pilot program success, fostering IP education and collaboration among six universities across Latin America

Monday, November 3, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

South Korea's Intellectual Property Market Projected to Surge to $6.9 Billion by 2035 Driven by Software Solutions

Robust patent activity and government research programs fuel growth in IP management software and corporate demand

Thursday, September 18, 2025

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsLatin America

OLIVARES Leads Mexico’s Intellectual Property and Regulatory Legal Landscape with Comprehensive Expertise

Mexico-based OLIVARES law firm combines legal and scientific proficiency to deliver innovative IP, regulatory, and commercial solutions across diverse industries

Thursday, June 26, 2025

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsLatin America

FisherBroyles Expands Latin American Footprint with Three Veteran Attorneys Joining Mexico City Office

The distributed law firm strengthens its presence in Mexico by adding Jesús García-Moncada, Rodrigo García-Moncada, and Mario Facio Salazar, bringing over 65 years of combined leg…

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPR Leaders 2025 Unveils Rigorous Selection Emphasizing Quality in Global IP Practitioner Rankings

The revamped WIPR Leaders directory spotlights over 1,000 elite IP professionals worldwide through a stringent, peer-validated research process

Friday, May 16, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

Pérez-Llorca Expands Spanish IP Practice with Partner Hire from Baker McKenzie

Leading Spanish law firm Pérez-Llorca strengthens intellectual property team by recruiting seasoned partner from Baker McKenzie’s Madrid office

Monday, April 28, 2025

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LitigationLatin America

Legal Benchmarking Group Unveils 2025 Women in Business Law Americas Awards Shortlist

The 15th annual awards celebrate leading women lawyers and firms advancing gender diversity across the Americas

Thursday, April 17, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

WIPO Academy Empowers Latin American Women Entrepreneurs with Intellectual Property Masterclass

The WIPO Academy partners with UNCTAD to deliver specialized IP training for women digital entrepreneurs across Latin America and the Caribbean

Monday, April 14, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

Latin America IP and Data Protection Developments: Argentina’s Patent Delays, Brazil’s AI Strategy, and Bolivia’s Digital Expansion

Key updates across Latin America reveal ongoing patent backlogs in Argentina, Brazil’s push for AI sovereignty, and Bolivia’s digital connectivity goals amid rising IP registratio…

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

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PolicyAfrica

South African Education Unions Advocate for Copyright Reform to Enhance Access to Learning Materials

At a Cape Town conference, educators and experts urge swift passage of the Copyright Amendment Bill to modernize laws and support inclusive education

Friday, February 7, 2025

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PatentsLatin America

Global IP Offices Unite to Promote Gender Equality in Intellectual Property on International Women’s Day

National IP agencies from Latin America join forces to support women innovators and creators, emphasizing their role in sustainable development and climate resilience.

Thursday, January 16, 2025

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsLatin America

Richardson Public Library Hosts Latin Dance, Family Activities, and IP Protection Lecture in November

Community events include Alma y Corazon Tejano Ballet Folklorico performance, 'Encanto' themed crafts, and an intellectual property seminar

Friday, November 1, 2024

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LitigationLatin America

US Appeals Court Permits Lenovo to Challenge Ericsson’s 5G Patent Decisions in South America

Lenovo gains legal standing to contest Ericsson’s 5G patent rulings across South American jurisdictions following a US appellate court decision

Thursday, October 24, 2024

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PatentsLatin America

Operation 404 Advances Crackdown on Unauthorized Music Platforms in Brazil and Paraguay

IFPI-led Operation 404 intensifies efforts to dismantle illegal music streaming and download services across Latin America, targeting key infringing platforms in Brazil and Paragu…

Friday, September 20, 2024

IIPLA News Desk

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